Tanfer Clinic, Istanbul, Turkey
π₯ Clinic presentation
Tanfer Clinic (Tanfer Klinik) is a private dental polyclinic founded in 1981 by Dr Nihat Tanfer, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Spread over three floors on Rumeli Street in NiΕantaΕΔ± (Istanbul), it offers implants, prosthetics, aesthetic dentistry and the Box Technique.
The clinic has placed implants since 1985 and has been making ceramic and zirconium crowns as well as veneers since 1990[1]. It has 7 treatment units and one operating room[2].
In 2012, Dr Nihat Tanfer performed the first Box Technique operation in Turkey, a jawbone reconstruction technique developed in Italy by Dr Andrea Menoni[1][3].
The clinic’s official website is available in Turkish, English, German and French. The clinic states that its team receives patients in several languages[2].
πΌ Areas of expertise
Main treatments offered by Tanfer Clinic:
- Implantology: Vitzani titanium implants, CE certified, manufactured in Bologna (Italy) and designed by Dr Nihat Tanfer for cases of low bone volume[2].
- Oral surgery: sinus lift, bone grafts, extraction of impacted wisdom teeth, cysts.
- Box Technique (osteobioregeneration): three-dimensional reconstruction of a resorbed jawbone; implants and prosthesis are placed 6 to 8 months after the operation[1].
- Aesthetic dentistry: veneers, zirconium crowns, CEREC crowns.
- Prosthetics: crowns and bridges, partial or complete dentures, All-on-4.
- General dental care: root canals, fillings, orthodontics, children’s dentistry.
πΆ Procedure prices
| Procedure | Tanfer Clinic indicative price | Average price in the UK |
|---|---|---|
| Full dental implant | Β£635 | Β£1,500 to Β£2,500 |
| Zirconium crown | Β£170 | Β£500 to Β£800 |
| Dental veneer | Β£195 | Β£600 to Β£900 |
| All-on-4 (per arch) | Β£2,120 | Β£8,000 to Β£12,000 |
| Box Technique | On quote | Generally covered by your healthcare system |
| Teeth whitening | Β£212 | Β£300 to Β£500 |
π§ββοΈ Medical team
Dr Nihat Tanfer (founder, specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery)
- Graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Dentistry (1974)
- Doctorate (Dr. Med. Dent.) in oral and maxillofacial surgery obtained in 1981
- Work in implantology in Milan with Prof. Tramonte (1985 to 1990)
- Founder of the dental department at Istanbul International Hospital in 1989, which he headed for 5 years
- Work on CEREC in Zurich with Prof. MΓΆrmann (1990)
- Honorary member of the Accademia Italiana Degli Impianti (A.I.D.I.)[4]
The official website also presents two dental surgeons[5]:
Dt. Cemile Y. Erdemir, dental surgeon
Dt. Zeynep YΔ±lmaz, dental surgeon
π₯ Presentation video
πΈ Photos of the clinic
π§ Your journey
Step 1: first contact
The patient sends a recent panoramic X-ray for an initial assessment and a quote.
Step 2: consultation in Istanbul
Clinical examination, panoramic X-ray or 3D scan (cone beam), then definitive treatment plan.
Step 3: procedure
Implant placement or surgery, usually under local anaesthetic.
Step 4: follow-up
Check-up before departure, then a second trip for the final prosthesis after healing.
βοΈ Practical information
Airports:
- Istanbul Airport (IST), on the European side, like the clinic
- Sabiha Gâkçen (SAW), on the Asian side
Languages: official website in Turkish, English, German and French; the clinic advertises multilingual reception.
π¨ Hotels near the clinic
π Length of stay
For implants, two trips are generally necessary:
- First trip: implant placement (allow about a week)
- Second trip: placement of the final crowns or bridge, after 3 to 6 months of healing
- Box Technique: implants and prosthesis placed 6 to 8 months after bone reconstruction[1]
π Key facts
| Indicator | Tanfer Clinic |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1981, by Dr Nihat Tanfer |
| Implants placed since | 1985 |
| Facilities | 3 floors, 7 treatment units, 1 operating room |
| Implant brand | Vitzani (CE certified, made in Italy) |
| Box Technique | Practised since 2012 |
| Official website languages | Turkish, English, German, French |
| Neighbourhood | NiΕantaΕΔ±, ΕiΕli (Istanbul) |
β Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental implant cost at Tanfer Clinic?
As an indication, expect to pay around Β£635 for an implant with abutment and crown. The clinic does not publish its prices: only the quote drawn up after examination of the X-rays is binding.
What is the Box Technique at Tanfer Clinic?
The Box Technique, or osteobioregeneration, reconstructs a jawbone that is too resorbed to receive implants in three dimensions. Developed in Italy, it was performed for the first time in Turkey by Dr Nihat Tanfer in 2012. Implants are placed 6 to 8 months after the operation.
How many trips are needed for implants?
Generally 2 trips are required: the first for implant placement, the second 3 to 6 months later for the final crowns. With a Box Technique, the waiting time before implants increases to 6 to 8 months.
Which implants does Tanfer Clinic use?
The clinic uses Vitzani titanium implants, CE certified and manufactured in Bologna, Italy. Warranty conditions are not published: ask for them in writing with the quote.
Who runs Tanfer Clinic?
The clinic was founded in 1981 by Dr Nihat Tanfer, a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery who graduated from Marmara University. He still practises there with a team of dental surgeons.
Which languages are spoken at the clinic?
The clinic advertises multilingual reception and its official website is available in English. Check when making contact whether an English-speaking staff member will be present during treatment.
How do I get from the airport to the clinic?
The clinic is in NiΕantaΕΔ±, on the European side. From Istanbul Airport, the journey can be made by taxi or Havaist shuttle to Taksim or MecidiyekΓΆy. From Sabiha GΓΆkΓ§en, on the Asian side, the journey is longer. Ask the clinic whether a transfer is provided.
π Location
Address: Rumeli Cad. Ogan Apt. No:16, floors 3 to 5, NiΕantaΕΔ±, ΕiΕli, Istanbul, Turkey[2]
Getting there from the city centre:
- Metro: Osmanbey station (line M2), the closest to Rumeli Street
- Taxi: from Taksim or Sultanahmet, depending on traffic
Nearby points of interest:
- NiΕantaΕΔ± shopping street (Rumeli Caddesi)
- Maçka Park
- Cevahir Shopping Centre, in ΕiΕli
π Useful links
π Other interesting articles
π Dental surgery in Turkey: prices, treatments & safety
π Dental implant prices in Turkey: brands & all-inclusive
π Medical tourism in Turkey: prices, risks & advice
π Dental veneers in Turkey: prices, types & packages
π Conclusion
Tanfer Clinic is a family dental clinic in NiΕantaΕΔ±, open since 1981 and run by its founder, Dr Nihat Tanfer. It is especially suitable for patients who need implants, including those with a resorbed jawbone, thanks to the Box Technique.
Prices are not published: ask for a detailed quote, including the implant brand, type of crowns and warranty conditions, before booking your trip.
